130 MPH I-80 Chase Ends in Drug Seizure, Juvenile Rescued

Wyoming Highway Patrol arrests 21-year-old Honduran man after high-speed pursuit on Interstate 80.

Published on Mar. 3, 2026

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The Wyoming Highway Patrol recently arrested a 21-year-old man from Honduras after a high-speed chase on Interstate 80 that reached speeds of 130 mph. During the pursuit, troopers were able to deploy spike strips to stop the vehicle, and upon searching the car, they found a large quantity of drugs including fentanyl, methamphetamine, heroin, and cocaine. A juvenile female passenger was also rescued from the vehicle and placed in protective custody.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the dangers of high-speed pursuits and the ongoing battle against drug trafficking in Wyoming. The seizure of multiple hard drugs, including the deadly opioid fentanyl, is concerning and underscores the need for continued law enforcement efforts to combat the flow of illegal narcotics into the state.

The details

According to the Wyoming Highway Patrol, a trooper attempted to stop a Honda Civic for speeding near mile marker 173 on I-80. The driver refused to pull over, leading to a pursuit that reached speeds of 130 mph. Troopers were able to deploy spike strips near mile marker 207, deflating the vehicle's tires. The chase came to an end around mile marker 210, where the driver was taken into custody. A juvenile female passenger was also found in the car and placed in protective custody. A search of the vehicle uncovered a large quantity of drugs, including fentanyl, methamphetamine, heroin, and cocaine.

  • The pursuit began shortly before 8:15 AM on Saturday morning.
  • The spike strips were deployed around mile marker 207 on I-80.
  • The chase ended around mile marker 210 on I-80.

The players

Wyoming Highway Patrol

The state law enforcement agency that initiated the pursuit and made the arrest.

21-year-old male from Honduras

The driver of the Honda Civic who led police on the high-speed chase and was arrested on multiple felony charges.

Juvenile female

The passenger in the vehicle who was rescued and placed in protective custody by the Wyoming Department of Family Services.

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What’s next

The 21-year-old driver is facing a long list of felony charges, including drug possession, intent to deliver, interference with child custody, reckless driving, and more. The Wyoming Division of Criminal Investigation and Homeland Security HSI are assisting in the ongoing investigation.

The takeaway

This high-speed pursuit and drug seizure underscores the serious threat that drug trafficking and high-risk driving pose to public safety in Wyoming. Law enforcement will continue to aggressively pursue and prosecute those involved in these dangerous activities to protect communities across the state.